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Loans
Loan Application
A formal request to borrow money from a credit provider, submitted with supporting documents such as your ID, proof of income, and bank statements. In South Africa, the lender must conduct an affordability assessment before approving any loan application, as required by the National Credit Act.
Usage Examples
"She submitted her loan application online at RandCash and received a decision within 4 hours."
"Each loan application triggers a credit enquiry on your record — space applications at least 30 days apart to minimise the impact on your score."
"A well-prepared loan application with all required documents can significantly speed up the approval process."